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1212 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
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Staff very attentive and nice. The food is very good her size apartment is a one bedroom very roomy a lot of fun activities facility very clean very please
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Atria Lincoln Place is a popular Rhode Island retirement community that offers an active, warm atmosphere with all the comforts of home. A diverse calendar of events provides daily opportunities for staying healthy and socializing. Residents interested in exercising may work out with an...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Ask about our Rare Memory Care Opening!Colebrook Village at Hebron opened in May of 2018. We offer independent living, assisted living, and memory care. We have 113 units and are located in a quaint small town in Eastern CT. Surrounded by flora and fauna, our building was designed to maximize the...
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I have had a couple of issues but a beautiful place. Issues: staff isn't as engaging as at [community removed]. She is not making friends. But she does sit outside a lot now. Food is not great.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Now doing in person tours!Elmbrook Village at Bozrah opened in September 2019. Offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Elmbrook Village was designed to maximize the amount of natural light available and has 115 apartments with a variety of styles. We have some of the largest...
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I would give all of these categories a 5! We have been so pleased with everything about Anchor Bay. It's a warm friendly welcoming place and we have had no problems whatsoever. Sean Ledford at Anchor Bay is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Situated near One Hundred Acre Cove Nature Preserve with beautiful water views, Anchor Bay at East Providence is a vibrant, cozy senior living community located near Rhode Island Hospital, Miriam Hospital and Roger Williams Hospital as well as Seekonk Shopping Center, RISD Museum and Haines...
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55 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.8
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The staff at Atria is STELLAR! The apartments are spacious, lots of activities! They have had some challenges keeping a consistent bus driver, and the food could be improved.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Situated in a stately mansion, Atria Harborhill is a welcoming community where residents are encouraged to lead healthy, active, independent lives. Enjoy a relaxing walk around the grounds, sit and catch up with friends, or participate in one of many daily activities. Centrally located in the...
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I would give Stonebrook 5 stars in every category. Every time I visit my mother, I am grateful that she is there. The staff—including the director, head of marketing, and nurses—have offices just off the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Now doing in person tours!Independent Living, Assisted Living and Alzheimer's Care Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks is a residential senior living campus dedicated to providing independence, social interaction, and leisure activities for seniors looking for exceptional services and top notch...
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1010 Floor plans available
9.7
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I would give them the highest rate in every category. They have been wonderful. My husband is doing better than I expected. He joins the group activities and has been on trips to local restaurants. He is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Brookdale South Windsor is now open for in person visits and move ins!!! Such exciting news - we can now share our family like community with you and your loved one in person ( with safety precautions of course) but you all can see the apartment of your choice. We can also move new resident in...
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9.7
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I have never been in a nicer facility. The food is especially good. The staff is attentive, kind and really helpful. I had a chance to t3st there emergency system when my wife fell. I pressed the button on...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Evergreen Crossings offers all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Evergreen Crossings top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities will include EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and luxury with one monthly rent payment and no...
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1313 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
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I would give a 5 on all categories. I feel very good about dad living there. Everyone is so caring for the residents, and they really try to get to know them personally.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Atria Bay Spring Village, residents will find a picturesque senior living community with a vibrant social calendar. Enjoy reading a book or chatting with friends in cozy community lounges, or on sunny days, relax in our beautiful, serene courtyards. Included in the monthly rent, ReadyConnect...
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5 for everything! We have been very happy with Halcyon and feel such relief knowing that our mom is safe and taken care of there. Yes definitely recommend to others!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
You’ll have the care you need if you need it so you can focus on having fun. If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our senior living community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. You...
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Photo of Holiday The Lodge at Cold Spring
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9.6
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Overall, I've had a good experience living here. I have a one-bedroom apartment that is perfect for me, and I've recently met the new director, who made a positive first impression. The staff members [Names...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Lodge at Cold Spring provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within beautiful grounds in the heart of Rocky Hills, you'll love the tasteful elegance of our facilities and the convenience of living near all the things that make life great. We're just...
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9.6
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Positive- staff is friendly, the place is clean, food is good, the common areas are nice (both on the memory care floor and regular areas), provide wheelchair transportation to doctors appointments, allow us...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Maple Woods at Hamden is located south of Sleeping Giant State Park on a hilltop overlooking the town center of Hamden, CT. This community boasts skyline views of New Haven and picturesque views of Long Island Sound. We are convenient to shops, cultural, and business attractions. Our superb...
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The staff are very friendly and genuinely care about the residents. The facility is well staffed, very clean and welcoming. It is conveniently located near shopping, restaurants and Rte. 95
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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we have lived at StoneRidge since [date removed] - we moved to CT from RI. RI does have any retirement communities with all stages including end of life care. and post operative at Avalon. The Cottage at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
StoneRidge is a senior living community of over 300 residents and 220 employees. Set on 32 beautiful acres less than three miles from downtown Mystic, StoneRidge offers residents the best of both worlds: a fulfilling lifestyle in one of the most attractive spots on the Connecticut coast. Here,...
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Four for all categories. My aunt really liked the visit. She said if she could afford it, she would move into the facility. It is friendly and clean and we would recommend Smithfield Woods community to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Smithfield Woods is luxurious senior care community in Smithfield, Rhode Island. Our elegant and stately community, located in Providence County, is just minutes from the historic town of Smithfield, with fine dining, shopping, banks and medical offices just minutes away. The dynamic city of...
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The owner and his staff are top notch couldn't have asked for better care for my mother. I highly recommend them and have done so for anyone looking.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
WELCOME!Families Find Shady Oaks“Three months after my mom was discharged from the hospital, we were told she could not go from rehab back to her assisted living facility where she had been living for the last eight years. Faced with little time and no easy choices we were very fortunate to have...
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9.4
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I recently visited Solstice and was so impressed with the facility. It is clean, bright, and welcoming. The residents were interacting in small groups and there were many activities posted. One of my...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in the heart of Guilford, Connecticut, our beautiful New England community boasts multiple social activities and a relaxing lifestyle. Our 80-acre nature preserve offers a tranquil, country setting not too far away from lively New Haven. Solstice Senior Living at Guilford is close to...
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The hardest part was keeping track of all the places I went and what they offered. It was also difficult to have many people calling me from A Place for Mom. At all the places people were kind. My parents...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
From the moment you walk through the door of our Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care community in West Hartford, you will feel peace and comfort. To be honest, you might even feel a little bit giddy. It may have something to do with the beautiful common areas, private...
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1. 5 2. 5 3. 5 4. 3 (The medical care is at the ease of the staff, and not individualized enough because the nursing staff is two floors away.) 5. 4 ( I don't deal with them enough to have a valid...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Imagine spending every day as you wish enjoying friends and family, participating in stimulating cultural and social activities, and surrounding yourself with familiar furnishings in the privacy of your own home. Wingate Residences Living on Blackstone Boulevard is located in one of Rhode...
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The assisted living side I found very warm and inviting Activities personal amazing. So many warm and caring individuals. Nurses cnas individuals in restaurants and even maintenance and cleaners
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
It’s not downsizing your home; it’s upsizing your possibilities.Trade home maintenance and long to-do lists for more time to do what you want to do. Our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) has a worry-free retirement lifestyle with three levels of care on one campus, including independent...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
White Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds in the charming community of Manchester, you'll love the elegant beauty of White Oaks while enjoying the conveniences of the nearby town. If you're in the mood to explore, you'll...
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Very happy with the place. The staff are marvelous, always helpful. Apartment size is quite adequate. Not quite the same as a house but better than many apartments. Food is adequate. Portions. Still miss...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Village Gate of Farmington provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within beautiful, scenic grounds just outside of Hartford, you'll love the elegance of our facilities while enjoying the convenience of the nearby town. We're just minutes from shopping,...
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Memory Care: The hands on staff have all been attentive and caring, excellent. Current activity staff are very engaging. Definitely try to get every resident to attend the activities, go to their rooms to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Exciting NEW enhancements are now complete at Atria Crossroads Place! Extensive renovations include refurbished common spaces, an upgraded salon, a modern bistro, redesigned restaurant and private dining room with outdoor canopy, library, custom fitness center, additional outdoor green space and...
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It was a great experience. We moved in very quickly. In 2 weeks we were in a beautiful apartment with everything we wanted. I rate our experience a "5"
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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33 Floor plans available
9.2
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At this point we would give 4 stars. The Care is good. The Food is good. The Activities are very good. We wish they would clean her room more often, but not a huge deal. But, overall entire facility,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
River Ridge at Avon is nestled in a quiet, residential neighborhood in the heart of beautiful Farmington Valley. We are conveniently located off Route 44 in the charming town of Avon, minutes from wonderful shops, dining, entertainment, and medical offices. Our superb location complements the...
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Cost of independent living in Gales Ferry, CT

The average cost of senior living in Gales Ferry is $4,235 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Middletown, CT with an average of $3,766 per month.

Independent living costs in Gales Ferry, CT, vs. state and national averages

Gales Ferry, CT
$4,235/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Gales Ferry, CT, vs. other senior living options

$9,235/mo
Independent Living
$4,235/mo

Independent living costs in Gales Ferry, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,308/mo
Studio
$3,995/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,545/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,516/mo

Senior living costs in Gales Ferry vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Gales Ferry, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGales Ferry, CTConnecticutU.S.
Independent Living$4,235/mo$4,243/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$8,154/mo$7,821/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,235/mo$9,388/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Gales Ferry, CT:$4,235/mo
Connecticut:$4,243/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Gales Ferry, CT:$8,154/mo
Connecticut:$7,821/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Gales Ferry, CT:$9,235/mo
Connecticut:$9,388/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Gales Ferry, CT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Gales Ferry and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Gales Ferry, CTCT stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Gales Ferry, CT

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gales Ferry have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gales Ferry, CT$4,003/mo$4,019/mo-0.4%
Connecticut$4,050/mo$4,124/mo-1.8%
National$3,400/mo$3,276/mo+3.8%
Gales Ferry, CT
2024 average cost:$4,003/mo
2023 average cost:$4,019/mo
Percent change:-0.4%
Connecticut
2024 average cost:$4,050/mo
2023 average cost:$4,124/mo
Percent change:-1.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,400/mo
2023 average cost:$3,276/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Gales Ferry

Recent reviews for independent living in Gales Ferry

Capitol Ridge at Providence

5.0
I love it here more than you can imagine. The staff is really good and friendly, the food is good and I have a life again. I have one of the largest apartments with a back door and patio which is great because I have a little dog so I can just let her out and watch her from inside. And I love ...
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Colebrook Village at Hebron

5.0
Colebrook is a well designed, beautiful facility. The residents are friendly and care about each other. Our fabulous staff members work tirelessly to keep us involved, safe and cared for.

Seacrest Retirement Center in West Haven, CT

4.0
After visiting many "retirement homes", Seacrest definitely feels more homey than all of the other more institution style residencies. It's beautiful water view setting adds tremendously to its value as well as a strong sense of family amongst its attendants and workers and residents. Our ...
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Gales Ferry independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gales Ferry independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gales Ferry, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gales Ferry independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gales Ferry partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gales Ferry, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.4%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.8%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
33.5%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.1%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.7%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gales Ferry independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gales Ferry communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gales Ferry, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.7%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
34.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gales Ferry independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Gales Ferry offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gales Ferry, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.8%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.5%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.8%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.7%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.5%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.6%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
38.9%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
27.2%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.5%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.3%
47.6%
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